Shim Washers

Shim Washers | The Nutty Company, Inc.

Shim Washers

Shim washers, also called machine bushings, are thin, precise plain steel flat washers used to take up end play, fill small gaps and align parts. They are made in 18 gauge for sizes 1/2" to 1-3/8", and in 14 gauge for 1-5/8" to 2-1/2". Each listing gives the inside and outside diameter, so you can stack them to the exact thickness you need.

Specifications

Material: plain steel
Sizes (I.D.): 1/2" through 1-3/8" in 18 ga., 1-5/8" through 2-1/2" in 14 ga.
Outside diameter listed on each item (for example 1/2" x 7/8" O.D.)
Stack multiple shims to build up thickness

Common Uses

Taking up end play on shafts, pins and gears
Aligning pulleys, sprockets and bearings
Spacing on farm equipment and machinery pivots

FAQ

What is the difference between a shim washer and a flat washer?
Shim washers are thinner and made to tighter dimensions, so they can fine-tune spacing. Flat washers are for spreading bolt load.

How thick is 18 gauge and 14 gauge?
18 gauge steel is about 0.048" thick and 14 gauge steel is about 0.075" thick.

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